Travel Med-Surg Telemetry RN - per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Med Surg

Discipline: RN

Start Date: 01/05/2026

Duration: 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift: 12 hours, nights

Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele contract position in Ohio requiring a compact or OH RN license and recent Epic experience.

Responsibilities

Work in the MS/Tele unit within a hospital setting

Care is provided in the East Tower, including General Surgery, Trauma, Vascular, Wound, and Plastics departments

Night shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, totaling 36 hours per week

Patient ratio is typically 1 nurse to 4-5 patients

Floating within units of equivalent or lower acuity may be required

No on-call duty is expected

Uses Epic for electronic charting

Responsibilities include providing care for patients under General Surgery, Trauma, Vascular, Wound, and Plastics specialties

Former employees must be separated from the facility for at least 6 months to be eligible

Current employees at any Ohio State University hospital are ineligible for travel positions

Locals are accepted at the same contract terms

All required time off must be provided during contract initiation

Urgent completion of Ohio fingerprinting is required upon contract signing

Requirements

Active OH or compact RN license must be in hand at the time of consideration

Minimum of 2 years RN experience is required

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Proficiency in IV starts, telemetry, and intermediate level skills is required

Epic EMR experience is mandatory

Education must be from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program

At least 2 professional references required; 1 from a manager/director or formal leader, 2nd may be from a charge RN

Benefits

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Generous Housing Allowance

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy

Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-638995. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg Tele

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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